International Cyber Expo 2026

21/08/2026
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Protecting an Increasingly Connected World

The Future of Cybersecurity at Olympia London

International Cyber Expo 2026 returns to Olympia London on 29-30 September, bringing together cybersecurity professionals, technology providers, industry leaders and organisations from across the global security sector.

As businesses become increasingly dependent on connected technology, cloud platforms, automation and digital communications, cybersecurity has never been more important.

International Cyber Expo provides an opportunity to explore the latest threats, technologies and strategies shaping the future of digital security.

A More Connected World Creates New Security Challenges

Technology is changing the way businesses operate.

Connected devices can remotely monitor infrastructure and equipment. Digital platforms allow organisations to manage services from almost anywhere. Automated messaging can help customers make bookings and access services through the communication channels they already use.

These technologies can make organisations more efficient and create better customer experiences, but every additional connected system also creates another area that needs to be properly protected.

Cybersecurity must therefore be considered from the beginning when developing connected products, services and infrastructure.

Protecting IoT and Connected Devices

The Internet of Things is continuing to expand across industries including transport, energy, utilities, security, manufacturing, healthcare and smart infrastructure.

Cameras, sensors, trackers, meters, charging equipment and other connected devices can continuously communicate with remote platforms and management systems.

For organisations using these technologies, protecting the flow of information between devices and platforms is essential.

Secure connectivity, controlled access and effective device management can all contribute towards reducing the risks associated with increasingly connected environments.

As IoT deployments become larger and more complex, organisations need to consider security throughout the complete lifecycle of their connected devices.

Cybersecurity for Critical Infrastructure

Connected technology is also becoming an increasingly important part of critical infrastructure.

Energy networks, EV charging infrastructure, transport systems, security equipment and smart city technology are becoming more digitally connected and remotely managed.

This creates opportunities to improve monitoring, automation and efficiency, but also increases the importance of cyber resilience.

A successful cyberattack against connected infrastructure could potentially disrupt services, compromise information or prevent organisations from remotely managing important equipment.

Building resilient systems and protecting communications between devices, platforms and users will therefore remain an important part of developing the UK’s future digital infrastructure.

Securing Digital Communications

Cybersecurity is not limited to connected hardware.

The way businesses communicate with their customers is also becoming increasingly digital.

Social media messaging and automated conversations can now help customers complete tasks that previously required a phone call, website or dedicated application.

This can include accessing customer support, requesting information or even booking services such as EV charging slots directly through social messaging.

As these digital experiences develop, businesses need to ensure that customer information is handled securely and that the systems operating behind each interaction are properly protected.

The customer journey may appear simple, but the technology supporting that conversation needs to be secure, reliable and capable of communicating safely with other systems.

Security Behind Automation

Automation and AI are becoming increasingly important across both business operations and customer services.

Automated systems can respond to requests, process information and connect different platforms without requiring constant manual input.

However, greater automation also means that organisations must carefully consider how systems communicate with one another.

Authentication, permissions, data protection and secure integration all become important when information is moving automatically between devices and platforms.

Strong cybersecurity enables organisations to benefit from automation while maintaining control over their systems and data.

Building Trust in Connected Technology

Trust is fundamental to digital transformation.

Businesses need confidence that their systems can remain operational and secure. Customers need confidence that the technology they interact with will protect their information.

Whether that technology is an IoT device operating remotely, a piece of connected infrastructure or an automated customer conversation, security remains a fundamental part of the experience.

Cybersecurity should not simply be treated as an additional layer added after a technology has been deployed. It needs to be considered as part of the complete connected solution.

Staying Ahead of Emerging Threats

Cyber threats continue to evolve alongside technology.

International Cyber Expo 2026 will explore areas including threat intelligence, data protection, cloud security and the latest developments in digital security.

The event will also feature workshops, expert discussions and live demonstrations, giving visitors the opportunity to learn more about emerging cyber risks and the technologies being developed to address them.

Bringing together specialists from across cybersecurity and technology provides an important opportunity to understand how organisations can continue innovating while protecting their networks, devices, data and customers.